Description
Sizzling Pepper Steak with Onions is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender strips of beef cooked with vibrant bell peppers and onions in a savory soy sauce glaze. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe combines simple ingredients and bold flavors for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Vegetables
- 1 lb beef steak (such as flank or sirloin), thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for searing the beef.
- Cook beef: Add the thinly sliced beef steak to the hot skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Once browned, remove the beef from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic, sliced bell pepper, and sliced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables become tender and fragrant.
- Combine and simmer: Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables, pour in the soy sauce, and stir everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes allowing flavors to meld.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper to your liking, then serve the sizzling pepper steak immediately while hot and flavorful.
Notes
- Use flank or sirloin steak for the best texture and flavor.
- Cut the beef thinly to ensure quick and even cooking.
- You can add a splash of water or beef broth if you want more sauce.
- Serve this dish over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- For extra heat, add some crushed red pepper flakes during the sauté step.
